Additional Benefits

Clothing Allowance

Firefighters receive a semi-annual clothing allowance of $374.55 within the pay periods in which September 15 and March 15 occur. In addition, the City furnishes each Firefighter their turnout gear and other items such as helmet, hood, turnout pants and coat, leather gloves, badge and nametag, boots, and PPE pouch.

New firefighters are advanced a pro-rated payment calculated from hire date to the next semi-annual installment. Anyone leaving City service within 6 months of receiving an advance must pay back 50% of the advance.

Clothing costs are reviewed and allowance rates are adjusted each December.

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Must be approved by the Human Resources Department at least seven days prior to start of the class. Must satisfactorily complete probationary period to be eligible; courses may be approved based on the availability of funds; and reimbursement is based on the grade received.

Grade

Reimbursement

A

100%

B

90%

C

80%

Passing, but less than C

50%

Pass/Fail Classes

Reimbursement applies to tuition only; does not apply toward cost of books, registration fees, or incidental fees. Maximum $2,500 per fiscal year. An employee leaving City employment will be required to pay back 100% of tuition reimbursement payments received during the last 6 months of employment.

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The City of Springfield is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States citizenship or authorization to work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.